2009 Vignobles Mayard Châteauneuf-du-Pape Clos du Calvaire

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• By David Lawrason
  12/7/2011, (See more on WineAlign...)

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• By John Szabo, MS
  11/29/2011, (See more on WineAlign...)

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• By Jeb Dunnuck
  Issue #9, 9/25/2011, (See more on JebDunnuck.com...)

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• By Josh Raynolds
  March/April 2011, IWC Issue #155, (See more on Vinous...)

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• By Jancis Robinson, MW
  10/19/2010, (See more on JancisRobinson.com...)

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Garagiste

• By Jon Rimmerman
  12/1/2010, (See more on Garagiste...)

  (CLOS CALVAIRE Mayard) Chateauneuf Dear Friends, I’ll cut to the chase here – no chairlifts needed. This is one of the top deals of the year in 2009 Châteauneuf du Pape (or any year for that matter, yes, even 2007). That was an easy offer to read, no? I’ll refrain from calling this a “Holiday Special” to save Niki a few hours sleep tonight but it certainly qualifies (I don’t think it will matter - I'm hitting the send button and running for cover regardless). Here goes... This is the premier bottling of 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos Calvaire, taken from traditional cement and corked on your behalf last week – no oak, no manipulation, nothing but the essence of the vintage. The tariff deserves a double-take but it’s not a misprint (there are Cote du Rhone’s more costly than this?) We also have special half bottles that are slightly more $ than 2 x 750mls but ? You’re kidding? I could probably count 100 times I searched my cellar for a high-end half bottle of Rhone wine like this at a “bring it to the beach rolling around in my car” price-point but it just never exists... If you have any interest in either format, please let us know at your earliest convenience as I have to go with first come first served due to low margins. Here goes... [Parker (from last month’s WA): “Francoise Mayard and her sister, Beatrice, are two of the many women who are in positions of power managing Chateauneuf du Pape estates (there are probably more in this appellation than in any other in France). They did not present the two cuvees of 2008’s I tasted last year (none were bottled - JR), but their 2009s are extremely strong efforts. This is a relatively large estate of over 100 acres with at least 20+ parcels spread throughout the appellation. One of the top sites is a huge (20 acres) parcel situated in the heart of La Crau. All three 2009’s have the potential to turn out as well as the 2007s, the finest vintage yet produced in terms of high quality. Composed of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault aged in cement tanks, the dense ruby/purple-tinged 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos du Calvaire exhibits knock-out, explosive aromas of jammy red and black fruits intermixed with truffles, Provencal herbs, licorice and barbecue smoke. This deep, rich, full-bodied effort is one of the most voluptuously-textured, concentrated wines I have tasted from Francoise Mayard. It should drink well for 10-12 years. 90-93pts” 2009 Domaine du Pere Pape Chateauneuf du Pape “Clos du Calvaire” 750ml - (WA90-93) (compare at up to $35+) 2009 Domaine du Pere Pape Chateauneuf du Pape “Clos du Calvaire” 375ml - (WA90-93) (no comparisons, they usually don’t offer this format) ONE SHIPMENT ONLY directly from the winery cellar– it’s already been bottled – they can’t do a second run for us. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED up to 48/person of the 750mls and 24/person of the 375s... To order: niki@garagistewine.com This parcel is set to depart the cave – it will arrive in late January (please check OARS for local pick up after Feb 15th). It will ship during the Spring shipping season with rainbow freshness intact. Out of state orders will be held for free under ideal storage conditions (56 degrees/70%humidity) until shipping is possible. Locals may pick up at their leisure. For current local pick up and arrival/ship information, please see your OARS link below (at the bottom of this offer) - don’t know how to access your OARS? Simply click the link and see your account. You can also paste the link into your browser. If you are having trouble with your link or your account, please contact: support@garagistewine.com NO SALES TO RETAILERS OR WHOLESALERS Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA Rhone3410 Rhone3420 Click here to view the status of your orders in O.A.R.S.

• By Jon Rimmerman
  12/1/2010, (See more on Garagiste...)

  (Mayard CLOS CALVAIRE) Chateauneuf Dear Friends, I’ll cut to the chase here – no chairlifts needed. This is one of the top deals of the year in 2009 Châteauneuf du Pape (or any year for that matter, yes, even 2007). That was an easy offer to read, no? I’ll refrain from calling this a “Holiday Special” to save Niki a few hours sleep tonight but it certainly qualifies (I don’t think it will matter - I'm hitting the send button and running for cover regardless). Here goes... This is the premier bottling of 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos Calvaire, taken from traditional cement and corked on your behalf last week – no oak, no manipulation, nothing but the essence of the vintage. The tariff deserves a double-take but it’s not a misprint (there are Cote du Rhone’s more costly than this?) We also have special half bottles that are slightly more $ than 2 x 750mls but ? You’re kidding? I could probably count 100 times I searched my cellar for a high-end half bottle of Rhone wine like this at a “bring it to the beach rolling around in my car” price-point but it just never exists... If you have any interest in either format, please let us know at your earliest convenience as I have to go with first come first served due to low margins. Here goes... [Parker (from last month’s WA): “Francoise Mayard and her sister, Beatrice, are two of the many women who are in positions of power managing Chateauneuf du Pape estates (there are probably more in this appellation than in any other in France). They did not present the two cuvees of 2008’s I tasted last year (none were bottled - JR), but their 2009s are extremely strong efforts. This is a relatively large estate of over 100 acres with at least 20+ parcels spread throughout the appellation. One of the top sites is a huge (20 acres) parcel situated in the heart of La Crau. All three 2009’s have the potential to turn out as well as the 2007s, the finest vintage yet produced in terms of high quality. Composed of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault aged in cement tanks, the dense ruby/purple-tinged 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Clos du Calvaire exhibits knock-out, explosive aromas of jammy red and black fruits intermixed with truffles, Provencal herbs, licorice and barbecue smoke. This deep, rich, full-bodied effort is one of the most voluptuously-textured, concentrated wines I have tasted from Francoise Mayard. It should drink well for 10-12 years. 90-93pts” 2009 Domaine du Pere Pape Chateauneuf du Pape “Clos du Calvaire” 750ml - (WA90-93) (compare at up to $35+) 2009 Domaine du Pere Pape Chateauneuf du Pape “Clos du Calvaire” 375ml - (WA90-93) (no comparisons, they usually don’t offer this format) ONE SHIPMENT ONLY directly from the winery cellar– it’s already been bottled – they can’t do a second run for us. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED up to 48/person of the 750mls and 24/person of the 375s... To order: niki@garagistewine.com This parcel is set to depart the cave – it will arrive in late January (please check OARS for local pick up after Feb 15th). It will ship during the Spring shipping season with rainbow freshness intact. Out of state orders will be held for free under ideal storage conditions (56 degrees/70%humidity) until shipping is possible. Locals may pick up at their leisure. For current local pick up and arrival/ship information, please see your OARS link below (at the bottom of this offer) - don’t know how to access your OARS? Simply click the link and see your account. You can also paste the link into your browser. If you are having trouble with your link or your account, please contact: support@garagistewine.com NO SALES TO RETAILERS OR WHOLESALERS Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA Rhone3410 Rhone3420 Click here to view the status of your orders in O.A.R.S.